I was directed to triage immediately, and again, was found to have quite a bit of uterine irritability, (likely contributing to the severe pain) but fortunately, was not dehydrated as on Sunday. I was monitored for about an hour and a half, then sent home as the contractions in triage were not occurring as frequently; also, there were no changes in the dilation of my cervix since Sunday. Luis was not too pleased with the L&D RN who treated me in triage; service was very poor. She seemed pretty irked that I decided to present to the hospital early in her shift. However later, for some reason she asked me if I was a nurse (maybe because of terminology I used?) When I answered that I am a PA, she really improved her bedside manner quite a bit and was much more thorough.
I already had my 40 week check up scheduled for today, so we headed directly to the office from the hospital. I was checked again, and everything was deemed stable.
So now the plan is to continue monitoring the contractions. I was told during my visit that when the contractions are "unrelentless" and occurring at regular intervals, that would likely be the point that I've progressed enough to be admitted and to present directly to RCH. If that does not occur, I will return for my 41 week appointment on the 28th, at which point I'll be induced.
I've been gulping down glasses and glasses of water and making many trips to the bathroom!
Luis and I agree, we'll definitely have a nice story to tell our son later!
Baby Luis is sure keeping you on your toes! Thanks for the update. So excited for you guys!
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